Delightfully Soft and Slightly Crispy Cut-Out Sugar Cookies
Discover the joy of baking with this simple yet exquisite sugar cookie recipe. Designed to create cookies that are wonderfully soft inside with just a hint of crispiness on the edges, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re decorating them for a holiday or enjoying them as a sweet treat, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Divide the dough into two, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes or until cookies are just starting to turn golden around the edges.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your baking, and I hope these cookies turn out just as soft and delightful as you desire!